

Bonus Sample: Matt Christman & the Silence
Oct 2, 2023
Matt Christman, a beloved and sometimes hated dirtbag charismatic, reflects on his hard left passions and despondent ecstasies. The podcast discusses his talent for criticizing the professional managerial class and the success of a far-left podcast. It explores Marxist theory, the illusion of political influence, and the paradoxes of living in the neoliberal age. The chapter also highlights the missed opportunity of Bernie Sanders and the potential for love and solidarity in the current moment.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Matt Christman and the Dirtbag Left
02:27 • 5min
Exploring Marxist Theory, Historical Arcs, and the Illusion of Political Influence
07:53 • 3min
A Moment of Opportunity and Inspiration
10:31 • 3min
The Paradoxes of Neoliberalism and the Gateway to Moral Hell
13:05 • 2min